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England vs Argentina: history, hostility and a place in the World Cup Final

For England, no World Cup opponent carries more history, emotion or baggage than Argentina. As another seismic meeting awaits in Atlanta, GARY JORDAN explores the rivalry that has defined generations.

14.07.26, 00:00 Updated 14.07.26, 00:27 4 Minute Read

Gary Jordan

Gary Jordan

It was perhaps inevitable that after a month's worth of action, and a tournament that has seen a record number of teams competing, the four highest-ranked teams coming into the World Cup would be the ones remaining: France, Spain, Argentina, and England. You could not put a cigarette paper between them, so you might as well flip a coin or simply pick one of them out of a hat. One of them will be victorious this coming Sunday.

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Gary Jordan

Gary Jordan Author of Out of the Shadows: The Story of the 1982 World Cup Team. A long-time observer of England, he brings historical perspective and an enduring optimism shaped by decades following the national side.

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